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  • Title: Accuracy of automated finger blood pressure devices.
    Author: Nesselroad JM, Flacco VA, Phillips DM, Kruse J.
    Journal: Fam Med; 1996 Mar; 28(3):189-92. PubMed ID: 8900551.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Automated finger blood pressure devices are marketed to consumers as accurate devices to monitor blood pressure. Our study compared the accuracy of these devices to standard blood pressure cuffs. METHODS: Three models were purchased and tested against standard cuff measurement. With the patient relaxed and seated for at least 5 minutes, cuff measurement was performed. The blood pressure was then measured by the three finger devices in quick succession. RESULTS: No statistically significant correlation was shown between cuff measurement and the finger device measurements. CONCLUSIONS: Patients should be cautioned that these devices may not be able to perform as they are marketed.
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